“We need to unite and support our leader Han Dong-hoon well going forward.”
President Yoon Suk-yeol said this during a dinner with the new leadership of the People Power Party on the 24th. Is it genuine?
After the party congress on the 23rd, the biggest concern in the political circle is the ‘restructuring of the relationship between Yoon Suk-yeol and Han Dong-hoon’. Although the two put on a show of unity during the congress, tensions remain within the party and among supporters. Han Dong-hoon has faced criticism for his handling of the recent election and his leadership style, leading to concerns about the future of the party.
Meanwhile, the ruling Democratic Party rejected a revised version of the special prosecutor’s bill proposed by Han Dong-hoon, indicating a divide between the two major parties. The situation remains delicate, with potential conflicts arising over various issues between the two leaders.
In the midst of these challenges, achieving trust and harmony between Yoon and Han will be crucial for the party’s future. How they navigate these difficulties will determine the party’s success in the coming years.
Written by Yeongji Seo, Political Team Reporter, yj@hani.co.kr